Easy Baked Garlic Herb Salmon With Capers Recipe

This easy low-carb salmon recipe is tender and flaky with crisp edges, baked to perfection in under 20 minutes! Smothered in melted garlic butter with capers and fresh herbs.

Why You Will Love This Garlic Herb Salmon Recipe

This garlic herb salmon with salty capers is one of our favorite weeknight dinners. This easy family dinner is made with minimal ingredients, full of flavor, and can be ready on the dinner table in less than 20 minutes!  Here are some more reasons why you will love this easy baked salmon recipe:

• Incredibly easy recipe to make. Just like our honey mustard salmon recipe, this sheet pan salmon has an easy prep, simple ingredients, and can be made in as little time as 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or even a special occasion.
• A healthy dinner recipe full of nutrients. Fresh salmon is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which help decrease inflammation and support brain health. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, keto diet friendly, and low-carb.
• Simple delicious meal full of flavor. The garlic herb butter gives this tender salmon restaurant-worthy flavors that will impress any dinner guests. Pair with a glass of sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio. 

Garlic Herb Salmon Ingredients 

You’ll need the following handful of ingredients to make this easy salmon recipe.

Ingredient Notes

• Salmon Filets: Many different types of salmon would work well for this recipe, including king salmon, sockeye, or coho. We're using wild-caught sockeye salmon fillets, which have a rich meaty flavor. Alternatively, a single large piece of fresh, wild-caught salmon will also work. 
• Seasoning: Season the salmon with salt and black pepper.
• Unsalted Butter: Adding melted butter to the top of the raw fish moistens and adds a delicious buttery flavor. You could also use ghee, olive oil, or avocado oil.
• Garlic: Minced garlic adds a sweet nutty flavor when paired with the melted butter. Fresh garlic cloves or garlic powder will also work.
• Capers: Briny capers added on top of the fish give a lemony tangy umami flavor.
• Fresh Herbs: Adding fresh parsley and fresh dill at the end adds big flavor to the dish.

Find the printable recipe card with full instructions and measurements below.

How To Make Garlic Herb Salmon 

• Step 1: Prep the salmon. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. Remove the salmon fillets from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Pat the fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Place the salmon, skin-side down, on the prepared baking sheet.
• Step 2: Add the butter and seasonings to the top of the salmon. Melt the butter in a small bowl. Brush the melted butter evenly over each salmon fillet. Season with salt and pepper. Top each fillet evenly with minced garlic and capers.
• Step 3: Bake the filets. Bake the salmon for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F in the thickest part of the salmon.
• Step 4: Garnish. Garnish the cooked salmon with fresh parsley and dill. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Sides To Serve With Garlic Herb Salmon

Here are some of my favorite side dishes to pair with this delicious salmon:

• Roasted Asparagus: Oven-roasted asparagus with a homemade balsamic glaze and fresh parmesan. Such an easy dish!
• Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Crispy roasted sweet potatoes with a caramelized exterior, tender interior, and a chili-cumin-garlic spice blend
• Roasted Rosemary Potatoes: Flavorful and crispy, these oven roasted rainbow potatoes featuring garlic, rosemary, olive oil, and a hint of butter are sure to become a favorite.
• Arugula Salad: This quick and delicious rocket salad, featuring a honey-lemon balsamic vinaigrette, pine nuts, and parmesan, is the perfect summer side—ready in under 10 minutes!
• Za'atar Cauliflower: Made with sweet dates, toasted pine nuts, lemon zest, and fresh thyme, is roasted to perfection with a blend of aromatic Middle Eastern spices.
• Delicata Squash: With its creamy texture and naturally sweet, buttery flavor, this roasted delicata squash is an easy and delicious side dish.

Storage

• Store: Any leftover salmon can be packaged away in a glass airtight container and kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

More Salmon Recipes You'll Love

• Honey Mustard Salmon: Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this vibrant honey mustard salmon. A healthy, simple, and speedy dinner solution.
• Orange Maple Glazed Salmon: Incredibly light and refreshing, yet bursting with citrus flavor.
• Gluten-Free Salmon Cakes: Easy, healthy, and delicious: these gluten-free salmon patties are made with simple ingredients and deliver flaky, moist perfection. Serve with our creamy lemon-dill sauce and your favorite roasted veggies.

I hope you love this garlic herb salmon recipe as much as I do! If you make it, I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comment box below. Your review will help other readers in the community.

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